Poldark
1996, English. Directed by Richard Laxton.
The Cornish military captain, now a member of Parliament, is drawn into the war with France while his son falls in with smugglers. Historical drama, starring John Bowe and Mel Martin, and featuring a young Ioan Gruffudd in one of his earliest roles.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Richard LaxtonDirector
- John BoweRoss Poldark
- Mel MartinDemelza Poldark
- Michael AttwellGeorge Warleggan
- Ioan GruffuddJeremy Poldark
- Kelly ReillyClowance Poldark
- Nicholas GleavesStephen Cravenson
- Hans MathesonBen Carter
- Gabrielle LloydJane Gimlet
- James SaxonPrince Regent
- Nicholas RoweLord Edward Fitzmaurice
- Andrew ReadmanDr. Dwight Enys
- Fiona VictoryCaroline Enys
Details
- Released
- 3 October 1996
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Robin Mukherjee
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What Poldark is based on
Poldark is based on The Stranger from the Sea (1981) by Winston Graham.
1981
The Stranger from the Sea
By Winston Graham
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Poldark runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
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Which OTT platform is Poldark on?
Poldark is streaming on fuboTV, BritBox, and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Poldark?
If you liked Poldark, try Girl in the Box, Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault, Mansfield Park.
Who directed Poldark?
Poldark (1996) was directed by Richard Laxton and stars John Bowe, Mel Martin, Michael Attwell.
What is Poldark based on?
Poldark is based on The Stranger from the Sea (1981) by Winston Graham.